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- convertible preference share | preferred | CPS | convertible preferred stock
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- Definition preferred stock that includes an option for the holder to convert the preferred shares into a fixed number of common shares, usually anytime after a predetermined date Reference "Investopedia > 'Convertible Preferred Stock', http://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/convertiblepreferredstock.asp [9.10.2014]"
- Comment Most convertible preferred stock is exchanged at the request of the shareholder, but sometimes there is a provision that allows the company (or issuer) to force conversion. The value of convertible common stock is ultimately based on the performance (or lack thereof) of the common stock.